Institution Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“An institution that suffers from a plethora of leaders is surely in a bad way.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address, 1920
Too many leaders cause confusion and conflict, leading an organization toward failure.
In simple terms: Many leaders = chaos; bad outcome.
Key Takeaway
Limit leadership to clear, unified direction.
Themes
leadership
organization
conflict
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- corporate governance
- political movements
- non‑profits
Key Concepts
centralization
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- How many leaders are optimal?
- When should authority be shared?
A Different Perspective
A single strong leader can also become a point of failure.
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